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On medication for depression
I have had sertraline 25 mg first 10 days , 25 mg for the next 10 days and 100mg for a month ( total duration 1 month 20 days )
Due to lockdown all OPDs are closed .
What should I do? Continue with the medication ? I'm scared that I may become dependent on them .
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Consult your doctor...many doctor can prescribe u online ..
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don't suddenly stop the medicine, u will develop withdrawal symptoms. Continue it plzs . Standard brands are Serta and serlift
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Dr. Sahithi V
Neuropsychiatrist
8 yrs exp
Tirupati
Hi,
Dnt worry. You don't get dependent with sertraline. Medical shops are open during lockdown period. So, continue medicines
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Dr. Armaan Pandey
Psychiatrist
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
Continue if you aren't experiencing any side effects. Medical stores are open. Your doctor can provide an online prescription too.
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